Felony Representation

 FELONY IN DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA

 

The criminal defense attorneys at Rollins and Chan aggressively defend the rights of the accused. Our highly professional staff handles both felonies and misdemeanors.  Felonies can be defined as offenses more serious than misdemeanors. Felonies usually carry a penalty of more than one year in prison.  

Defendants charged with a felony or indictable misdemeanor are entitled to an adversarial preliminary hearing.   The purpose of the preliminary hearing is to determine whether there is probable cause to believe that an offense was committed and that the defendant committed it.  If the court makes both findings, the case is “bound over” for grand jury action.  If not, the complaint must be dismissed and the defendant discharged.

At the Law Offices of Rollins and Chan we offer free initial consultations by telephone,  maintain flexible office hours, provide emergency service, and keep clients personally informed of the status of their case. If you or your loved one has been accused of a felony, please call us now at 202-452-5900 and learn how we can protect your rights.

All felony convictions in the District of Columbia are subject to the voluntary sentencing guidelines:  The sentencing guidelines are online at: http://acs.dc.gov/acs/cwp/view,a,3,q,645942.asp

 

 

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